Frequent flyer online communities like milepoint were abuzz recently with the news that American AAdvantage is cracking down on their members who, against AAdvantage rules, are trading eVIPs (systemwide… Continue Reading

Elevate members can earn double points on Virgin America transcontinental flights through June 11, 2014 in celebration of Star Wars Day (May the fourth, as in, May the force be with you). Members will… Continue Reading

As an enhancement to its carbon-offset program, United is allowing MileagePlus members to redeem miles for offsets to cover the carbon emissions associated with their air travel. The company’s existing… Continue Reading

Southwest Airlines has announced that the AirTran A+ Rewards program is ending, and Rapid Rewards will be the loyalty program for the combined airline starting Nov. 2, 2014. On that date, Members’… Continue Reading

Through June 30, 2014, Emirates Skywards members can earn 5,000 bonus miles per Marriott Rewards participating hotel in Boston. You must indicate Emirates as your earning preference to earn the bonus… Continue Reading

As of last month, Delta Sky Clubs will no longer offer guest privileges to Alaska Board Room members. Instead, Board Room members may purchase a discounted $29 day pass for up to two guests at any Delta… Continue Reading

Orbitz.com has launched a rewards-based credit card for the online travel service’s loyalty program, Orbitz Rewards. The Orbitz Rewards Visa offers a $50 activation statement credit after spending… Continue Reading

Starwood Preferred Guest is offering members double Starpoints for stays at more than 1,000 participating hotels through July 31, 2014, and triple points for stays that include a Sunday (Saturday at hotels… Continue Reading